Boilermaker - Thunderbox - FIFO

Qube; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO positions

2-on/1-off roster

Camp accommodation

Meals provided

Flights provided

Competitive hourly rates

Career development

Be Safe workplace

Job summary

Qube Bulk is hiring a Boilermaker for Thunderbox site operations in the Northern Goldfields. You will maintain and repair fleets of prime movers, earthmoving gear and other mechanical assets to OEM specs.

The role requires strong communication, the ability to work under pressure, and teamwork in a FIFO environment. Ideal candidates hold trade certifications, a current Australian Driver’s Licence, and necessary tickets such as High Risk Work, Height, Confined Space, and Gas Testing Atmospheres.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Driver’s Licence.
• Must hold Certificate III in Engineering or Welding qualifications.
• Current High Risk Work Licence.
• Must have Working at Heights, Confined Space Entry & Gas Testing Atmospheres tickets.
• Trade qualification or certification relevant to boilermaker work.
• Minimum 1 year of qualified industry experience.
• Experience with heavy vehicles and heavy machinery in mining or transport.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair fleets of prime movers, earthmoving equipment and other mechanical gear.
• Read and interpret drawings to repair to OEM design specs.
• Work independently and with others in a FIFO site environment.
• Record work performed and ensure compliance with site requirements.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical thinking

Reading drawings

Record keeping

Education

Certificate III in Engineering

Fabrication & Welding qualifications

Job description

About Qube

We are proud to be recognized among the top 9 best places to work in Australia for large-scale employers. Qube Bulk provides complete mine-to-market and mine resupply solutions, offering a range of mine, road, rail, storage, port and ship services. With operations ranging from capital cities to regional towns and into some of the most remote places in Australia, Qube Bulk has over 3,000 employees.

What's the role?

We are looking for a Boilermaker join the well-established Qube team in the Northern Goldfields, for the Thunderbox site operations. The primary role of the Boilermaker is to assist in maintaining the upkeep & maintenance of fleets of prime movers, earthmoving equipment and all mechanical equipment operational and serviced, maintained and repaired as needed in accordance with site requirements.

A suitable candidate will have excellent communication skills and a proven ability to work under pressure, independently & collaboratively within a team environment.

What are we offering?

• Full-time positions for fly-in/fly-out (FIFO)
• 2-on/1-off, day & night roster
• Camp accommodation, meals & flights provided
• Competitive hourly rates, allowances + super for hours worked
• Opportunity to work with modern, industry leading equipment & facilities
• Ongoing development opportunities for career growth
• Commitment to a “QuBe Safe” workplace

To be successful in this role, candidates must have:

• Current Australian Driver’s Licence
• Must have relevant trade certifications ie. Certificate III in Engineering, Fabrication & Welding qualifications
• Current High Risk Work Licence
• Must hold (or have ability to obtain) current Working at Heights, Confined Space Entry & Gas Testing Atmospheres tickets
• Suitable Trade Qualification or Certification
• Must have minimum 1 years’ qualified industry experience
• Demonstrated working experience with heavy vehicles & heavy machinery (Kenworth, Volvo & Mack Prime Movers, side-tippers, bowl tippers, belly dumpers, Cats, Cummins etc.)
• Experience in a heavy transport or mining industries (highly regarded)
• Heavy duty work on buckets welding and G.E.T replacement and repairs
• Trailer buildering or body building fabrication experience
• Ability to read & interpret drawings and work to OEM design specs for repairs
• National Police Clearance – dated within last 12 months of application
• Good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with a variety of people
• Strong analytical thinker with an ability to make concise and compelling decisions
• Ability to maintain accurate records of work completed

At Qube we value diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We empower our people to deliver exceptional results for our customers every day and pride ourselves in offering a safe and inclusive workplace.